Open Plan in Hawaii

Jan. 31, 2013 9:16 a.m. ET

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The owners, Sam Sarkissian, 74, and his wife Sandra, 71, purchased this home in a gated community in Kaneohe, located on Hawaii's island of Oahu, for $820,000 in 2004, according to public records. The couple, whose primary home is in California, saw the nearly 1.5-acre property as a retreat for taking in views of the lush green landscape.
Michael Torres…

The interior of the home is based on an airy and open floor plan with nearly floor-to-ceiling windows in parts of the living area overlooking greenery and mountains. A winding staircase leads up to bedrooms. Bamboo flooring is used throughout the home, Mr. Sarkissian said.
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Though built in 1974, the roughly 2,300-square-foot home has undergone a substantial renovation, Mr. Sarkissian said, including new flooring, a new kitchen and new roof. He estimates spending about $200,000 on the updates during a three-month renovation shortly after moving in. Large windows also overlook the backyard and pool area.
Michael Torres…

Mr. Sarkissian has a background in mechanical engineering, but says he has spent most of his career in the pet supply distribution business. He owns S&S Supplies in Fairfield, Calif. What he likes most about the home is its loft-like layout, but admits that it's not for everyone. 'This is for adult living; not for little kids or [very] old people,' because of the staircase and floor plan, he said.
Michael Torres…

The kitchen includes new cabinetry, appliances and granite countertops that were installed around 2004, Mr. Sarkissian said.
Michael Torres…

The deck, overlooking the pool and distant mountains, is shown. Mr. Sarkissian says the home backs onto a creek that runs across part of the property. Even with all the glass and open space, he says he never feels exposed, because the trees provide plenty of coverage.
Michael Torres…

The home includes three bedrooms and 2½ bathrooms. Mr. Sarkissian said he was hoping his two children would want to live in the home, but neither of them has plans to live in Hawaii. 'It mostly sits empty, so we decided to sell it,' he said.
Michael Torres…

To capitalize on the views of the landscape behind the home, the two upstairs bedrooms don't have doors blocking views of the outside. A third bedroom downstairs includes a sliding-glass door.
Michael Torres…

The home was listed around 2011 with a different brokerage for just under $1.5 million, says current listing agent Dolores Bediones of Prudential Locations. It was relisted in December for close to $1.3 million.
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